The Hartley Sentinel-The Everly/Royal News - Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties

Val Johnson is no stranger to the school district as she is a Clay Central/Everly alumnus and has been a member of the CC/E educational team for more than 20 years. She began as a teacher's associate before taking over the secretary position nearly two years ago.

Johnson has a degree in Early Childhood Education that helped her obtain her associate position, which allowed her to work with all grades at CC/E Elementary.

Johnson appreciates her role in the CC/E family for many reasons, including her varied daily social connections.

"I get to interact with everyone in the school, from students to...